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CRIAQ is ready to receive your project proposal aimed at reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions!
Objectives
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ENCOURAGE the emergence of innovative technologies and practices that will help Quebec progress more rapidly toward its GHG emissions reduction targets;
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PROMOTE the implementation of new technologies that would contribute to reducing GHG emissions;
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MOBILIZE companies around collaborative innovation projects aimed at finding solutions to reduce GHG emissions;
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SUPPORT the development of intellectual property related to new GHG-reducing technologies;
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STRENGTHEN the adoption of clean technologies by businesses;
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STIMULATE investment in innovation focused on reducing GHG emissions.
Eligibility Criteria
Projects eligible for the INNOV-R program must, among other things:
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Demonstrate a potential to reduce or avoid at least 100,000 tonnes of CO₂ equivalent in Quebec within ten (10) years of the commercialization of the product, technology, or innovation;
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Aim to develop a new product or process, or significantly improve an existing one;
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Be submitted by a Quebec public research institute (QPRI) — i.e., a university, a college technology transfer center (CCTT), or a public research center established in Quebec;
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Involve at least one company or NPO established in Quebec and engaged in internal production or R&D activities;
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Municipalities, public organizations, Crown corporations, out-of-province companies, and others may also be eligible as complementary partners.
Funding
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The grant can cover up to 50% of eligible expenses
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A maximum of 80% of eligible expenses may be covered by public funding
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The company must provide a minimum 20% contribution of eligible expenses, of which 50% may be in-kind
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Maximum project duration: 3 years
INNOV-R Funding Parameters
| Regular Stream | Express Stream | |
|---|---|---|
| Eligible Quebec Public Research Institute (min.) (mandatory) | 1 | 1 |
| Company or NPO with R&D and/or production activities in Quebec (min.) (mandatory) | 1 | 1 |
| Out-of-Province Company (optional) | Yes, as a second company | – |
| End Users (Crown corporations; Municipalities, etc.) (optional) | Yes, as a second company (in-kind) | As complementary funders (cash) |
| INNOV-R Funding (% max. of eligible expenses) | 40% | 50% |
| Private Funding (min. eligible expenses) (50% can be in-kind) | 20% | 50% |
| Complementary Public Funding | Additional federal, provincial (excluding MEIE), or municipal sources may be added | No co-funding allowed |
| Cumulative Public Contribution (max.) | 80% | 50% |
| Project Duration (max.) | 3 years | 3 years |
| Maximum INNOV-R Funding | $500,000/year | $499,999 total |
